Minnesota Attorney General’s Office Says Derek Chauvin Expected to Survive After Prison Stabbing
The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office announced on Saturday that former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is expected to survive.
Chauvin sustained “serious injuries” after being stabbed in a federal prison in Tucson, Arizona, on Friday.
According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, the incident took place at about 12:30 p.m. and “responding employees initiated life-saving measures for one incarcerated individual.”
Chauvin was the officer filmed kneeling on George Floyd during his fatal interaction with police. His death caused nationwide riots throughout the summer of 2020.
The press secretary for the Office of Minnesota Attorney General told NBC News, “I can confirm that, as of last night, Chauvin was expected to survive.”
No additional details about his condition were provided.
